Queen Elizabeth II

[balotelli's back pocket]

Couldn't happen at a worse time, logistically.

 

[super_city_si]

The loss of Philip, which has been repeated in a great deal of successful marriages, left her without the rock she’s relied on for 70 odd years, it’s no surprise…

I’m certainly no monarchist but she deserves respect!

Yes, it happens so often that a wife/husband doesnt last long after the death of their long time partner. Its kind of poetic

 

[UUJblue]

I read that if she passes from balmoral they will bring her to London via the royal train. The turnout along the route will be huge.

Hope she is comfortable.

 

[Manc Born & Bred]

Would be surprised if all sports are stopped for 10 days. More likely, I would have thought, is that the next set of games after her death would be cancelled and then minute's silence in the next set. That said any funeral would be on a Saturday and I would imagine games would either be cancelled or kick off earlier so that no games clash.

 

[kaz7]

Yes, it happens so often that a wife/husband doesnt last long after the death of their long time partner. Its kind of poetic

You can literally die of a broken heart and i think that is what happens , seen it a lot

 

[denislawsbackheel]

Although I agree with you, I read earlier that these plans are reviewed and updated upto 3 times a year. 12 days of complete shut down does seem way ott in this day & age though.

Who said anything about shut down?
There isn’t even a day off work planned!

 

[tolmie's hairdoo]

Dermot already has his black suit and tie on :(

 

[Kazzydeyna]

And perhaps him too. Not all would agree, I’m sure.

That was truly a monumental moment in the history of both islands.
Both parties showed great dignity that day.

 

[jimharri]

That post i reported and responded to has no place in this thread

There was nothing abusive about his post. Disrespectful? Quite possibly. And I see he has since apologised for it. But it wasn't in breach of the rules.

 

[kunaguero10]

Dermot already has his black suit and tie on :(

I’m sure his tie has a tint of navy blue to it? Guess it’s the nearest possible and most respectful alternative to full black at the present moment if so

 

[EL APACHE TEVEZ]

What a woman

 

[kaz7]

She hasnt died as the flag has not been lowered

 

[TCIB]

If her kids have been told to go see her NOW then yeah thats that sadly. I hope she is not in pain.

 

[Manc Born & Bred]

Dermot already has his black suit and tie on :(

So has the signer on BBC News. Think it's more a mark of respect at the moment although it means they can continue broadcasting if she passes on whilst they are on air as I think protocol dictates that all broadcasters wear black. ITV not sure how long their scheduling will change once the announcement comes, might be just 24 hours could be a lot longer.

 

[mexico1970]

She hasnt died as the flag has not been lowered

Lowering the flag is ceremonial Kaz, looking at the BBC coverage it seems they know something we don't.

Sad sad day indeed.

 

[Scottyboi]

You can literally die of a broken heart and i think that is what happens , seen it a lot

Happened to my Nanna after being married to my Grandad for 58 years.

 

[Nellies left peg]

She hasnt died as the flag has not been lowered

Or it just hasn’t been announced yet. They might be waiting for a certain time to pronounce it like 6 pm

 

[kaz7]

Happened to my Nanna after being married to my Grandad for 58 years.

That is sad , it is horrible to see it happen

 

[Gabriel]

Or it just hasn’t been announced yet. They might be waiting for a certain time to pronounce it like 6 pm

I posted a link above detailing what to expect. It is anticipated that flags will be lowered over key buildings 10 minutes after she is pronounced dead.

 

[domalino]

Lowering the flag is ceremonial Kaz, looking at the BBC coverage it seems they know something we don't.

Sad sad day indeed.

I think it will become apparent that the announcement she was "under medical supervision" at 12.52 will have been when it happened.